Nurse Manager Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$39.04/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in South Carolina is $39.04 per hour. This is 29% lower than the US average of $50.44.
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Manager salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$39.04/hour
South Carolina
29% lower than the US average.
$50.44/hour
United States
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Only Lexington, South Carolina reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $42 per hour. Lexington, South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Lexington, South Carolina pays 8% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington, South Carolina | $42 | $46 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Georgia ($48) and Ohio ($44). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Virginia pays 49% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $58 | $60 |
| Georgia | $48 | $53 |
| Ohio | $44 | $51 |
| West Virginia | $44 | $47 |
| Kentucky | $43 | $46 |
| Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Florida | $35 | $51 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in South Carolina?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $33 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $33. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $33 | $33 |
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Lexington, SC
$38-46/hour
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